Compass Week 2016

Welcome to Compass Week 2016

Compass Week is the first week of school. All incoming students to the Early Career and Career Change MBA program are required to participate.

Compass Week is an academic, professional and social experience that introduces you to fellow classmates, alumni, faculty, and staff, as well as introduces programs and procedures to help you succeed in the Willamette University MBA. This week includes a professional meeting with your PACE team and client, as well as a team-building retreat off campus.

Important Note: Parking for all on-campus days will be in the Atkinson Graduate School of Management (Seeley G. Mudd Building) parking lot.

There will be a photographer during Compass Week, you will have the opportunity to opt out of the publication of your photo.

Please fill out the Compass Week 2016 Pre-Arrival Formhere by July 31.

PLAN AHEAD: Please bring a bottle of water and your nametag, lunch will be provided.

Time/Location

Description

7:45am

Atkinson Annex

Arrival at Atkinson Annex Building

Buses Depart to YWAM

YWAM

Lunch will be provided

2:45pm

Atkinson Annex

Buses Return to Campus

Thursday, August 18, 2016 — Attire is Business Formal

PLAN AHEAD: Please bring your nametag, your Compass Week folder and your ID with proof of age if you would like to enjoy an adult beverage at the PACE Reception. Other drink options will also be available.

Cat Cavern, Putnam University Center, Second Floor

Student Professional Associations Reception

Click here to watch the Willamette University MBA Professional Dress Video.

Business Formal: Business formal attire is expected on Thursday of Compass Week. It is also the preferred attire for interviews, to work in formal companies, and professional presentations.

Both men and women should wear a business suit with matching pants or skirt. Black, gray or navy is typical. Men should wear a button-down shirt and dress shoes. Women should wear a button-down blouse or shell, clear or solid-color nylons and close-toed shoes.

Business Casual: Business Casual attire is expected on Monday andTuesday of Compass Week. Business casual is also expected for company events and treks.

Business casual attire is more relaxed than business formal, but still professional attire. Men typically wear golf shirts or button-down shirts and slacks. Women typically wear dresses, skirts or slacks. Jackets, button-down shirts, ties, nylons and close-toed shoes are not required. Jeans, tennis shoes and athletic attire should be avoided.

Casual Attire: Casual attire is expected on Friday of Compass Week.

Casual attire is what students typically wear to school on an average day and what employees might wear on 'casual Friday' to work. Jeans, t-shirts, jackets, sweaters, casual dresses and slacks are typical as are tennis shoes or sandals.